Eligibility: Seneca's GIS microcredentials are funded in part by the Government of Canada's Sectoral Workforce Solutions Program. To participate in these microcredentials, registrants must be a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident or a person who has been granted refugee status in Canada and be legally entitled to work in Canada.

In GIS504 you will create data collection solutions to distinguish tools based on the requirement of a project. This microcredential covers fundamentals in GPS and RTK data collection to provide a holistic understanding of editing, integration and visualization methods for a complete setup. You will learn how to upgrade your skills to pursue positions such as a certified GIS Professional (GISP) or drone pilot.

Learn more about the skills and competencies you will develop as part of this microcredential.

Recommended Experience

If you do not have previous experience in GIS, it is strongly recommended that you complete GIS501 - Introduction to GIS: Geospatial Data microcredential before enroling in other GIS microcredentials.

This microcredential is for those who have less than one year of academic training or work experience in GIS. The focus is on frequently used data collection technologies. In addition, pathways to drone operation certifications and becoming a GIS professional are explored.

Opportunity to build on your GIS microcredential

This microcredential is part of a suite of five GIS microcredentials. You can pursue one or more microcredentials in the Geospatial Data Collection Analysis and Interpretation using GIS Technology program.

GIS504 will be offered in Fall 2026 and registration will open in July.

For more information, please contact Lindsey Carrier, Microcredentials Manager at Lindsey.Carrier@senecapolytechnic.ca.